Veterans Transition Event

The chapter hosted an extremely well received Veteran's Transition event for veterans interested in learning about project management or about PMI. The event attracted 50 participants from all branches of the military, active, guard/reserve and retired. Attendees left with ammo to further their transition to project management along with a significant number of new networking members.

The need for mentors to help translate experience and skills into civilian lingo continues to be a challenge for veterans. The chapter's Veteran Outreach will be rolling out our Mentoring program later this year. Additionally, CPCC purchased books from our guest speaker, Jay Hick, "The Transitioning Military Project Manager" for all attendees.This book helps to translate the military experiences into the project management lingo. A valuable resource during transition. Given the tremendous support and favorable responses, we will start planning our next event.

Along with our supporters, the chapter needs to recognize the team of volunteers that planned and executed this event: Richard Sabedra, Carmen Scott, Lou Ramos, Michael DiCicco, Debra Donaldson, Pete Oliver, and Craig Marek. The links below are to the presentations provided at the event.

If you have questions, please reach out to Rick Sabedra, the chapter's Military Liaison Director.

With a large number of military members in North Carolina, coupled with a Reduction in Forces (RIF) over the next 5 years, the number of military members looking for work upon separation will increase.